Healthy Living

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Mastering Your Water Intake

Beyond just quenching your thirst, water is fundamental to virtually every function in your body. From regulating temperature to flushing out toxins and nourishing cells, adequate hydration is the cornerstone of good health. 

Without it, you may experience fatigue, headaches, and even impaired c...
04.03.24 12:41 PM - Comment(s)
Winter Activity Mini Challenge

        Last week we challenged you to show us the most fun and creative ways you like to get active in the wintertime, and you did not disappoint! We received nearly 600 submissions in a just a week's time. With Motion Connected users located all...

02.13.24 09:31 AM - Comment(s)
Your Energy Saving Checklist for this Fall & Winter

Reducing your energy costs doesn't have to be difficult! We all would like smaller bills, but many people mistakenly assume that saving energy requires significant investments or drastic lifestyle changes. However, in reality, even small tweaks to our daily habits can lead to reductions in our ...

10.23.23 01:41 PM - Comment(s)
Recognizing Men's Health Week
At Motion Connected, we’re proud to be recognizing men’s health week (June 12th-18th) and highlighting some of the health concerns that impact men the most. This week could be an excellent time to start prioritizing your wellbeing. Whether it's getting regular check-ups and screenings, staying physi...
06.02.23 09:18 AM - Comment(s)
Hydration 101
Water is vital for our bodies to function. Water brings nutrients and oxygen in and out of the cells in our body, and without water, these cells would die. About 60% of our body weight is made up of water.
12.29.22 03:16 PM - Comment(s)
Understanding Cholesterol

Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance naturally produced by your body.  It is used to build cells and certain hormones and, in the proper amounts, supports good health.

 

Cholesterol comes from two sources:

1.  Your liver

2.  Foods derived from animals


Meat, poultry and full-fat ...

12.27.22 10:40 AM - Comment(s)
Controlling Your Stress Response

Some stress is good and normal.  When positive, it boosts energy and attention.  


But when you feel like you’re about to snap? – That stress is negative.  When stress is chronic and excessive, it can spike blood pressure, lower your body's immunity, and lead to sleep problems....

12.26.22 11:38 AM - Comment(s)
Be Strong

Want to boost your energy and get stronger? Strength training is a type of exercise that often gets overlooked when planning an exercise routine, but it shouldn’t! Regular strength training yields unique benefits to your health and daily life. It’s also an excellent way to release stress.


The guide...

12.22.22 03:35 PM - Comment(s)


Social interaction and connection are good for you – and benefits us both physically and mentally.  In fact, studies show that people with strong social relationships are 50% more likely to live longer and that those who participate in leisure activities like reading, playing board games, playi...

10.07.22 10:49 AM - Comment(s)
Brain Health

Heart health and gut health are popular topics of interest in today’s health trends. But it’s not very often that we focus on nourishing the hardest working organ in the body, the brain.  


The brain is the seat of our intelligence, director of our motor functions, and the place where our ab...

10.04.22 11:06 AM - Comment(s)